{"id":1411,"date":"2020-03-06T18:04:52","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T23:04:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-storage-inn.com\/blog\/?p=1411"},"modified":"2020-03-06T18:05:38","modified_gmt":"2020-03-06T23:05:38","slug":"moving-season-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-storage-inn.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/moving-season-is-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Season is Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"

March has arrived here at The Storage Inn<\/a> self storage in Egg Harbor Township New Jersey, and we are beginning to see the yearly influx of storage renters<\/a> who are in the process of moving from one home to another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving isn’t always the most fun, but there are thin<\/span>gs we can do to help minimize stress and make the move go smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few Storage Inn tips for Moving Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Make a list – Check it twice<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Write it down! All of it. Create a simple record keeping system. Make a list of numbers with a space to write the contents. Place a number on EVERY box you pack and on your list, write the contents of the box under that number.This will make it much easier to find your items when you need them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pre-Pack<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Anything you can pack ahead will save you time on moving day. Pre-pack everything that you won\u2019t need in the days leading up to the move. \"\"If it’s summer, pack your winter clothes. Pack all your extra belongings such as decorative items and knick-knacks. Box up extra toiletries as well as kitchen utensils, pots and pans, etc. Use only the bare essentials for the last few days.\u00ad<\/span><\/p>\n

Stock up on packing supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You\u2019re going to need storage boxes. Probably more moving boxes than you think. Buying enough boxes ahead of time will make your life so much easier! Have about 10 boxes set aside to use on moving day for last minute items like bedding, clothes, and cleaning supplies. Use strong plastic packing tape to close up the boxes securely. \u00a03M Shipping Tape or Uline Carton Sealing Tape are good brands.\u00a0\"\"Use unprinted packing paper (newspaper can stain your items), or bubble wrap to wrap and cushion household goods, especially delicate items. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Storage Inn carries a full line of packing supplies<\/a>, including boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pack Smart<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Put all the things you\u2019ll need first once you pull up to your new home in a clear plastic bin. Make sure this bin is placed at the back of your moving truck or car and easy to find right away. Includes things like a box cutter, paper towels, trash bags, eating utensils, select cookware, power strips, phone chargers, toilet paper, tools, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n

A clear container allows you to see inside. Keep similar things together when you’re packing boxes. Bookends belong with books, light bulbs with lamps, and extension cords with appliances. You don\u2019t want to be running all over the new house when unpacking to find different parts of the same sets. <\/span><\/p>\n

Attach small, loose parts to the item they belong to with tape or in small envelopes — picture hooks with pictures, shelf brackets with a bookcase, a special wrench, and bolts with the wall unit. <\/span><\/p>\n

Tape larger corresponding items (such as power cords) to the underside or back of the item. It is also helpful to have an \u201codds and ends\u201d box with cables, cords, parts, pieces, brackets, or nails that are removed from any items of furniture. Mark this box to make it easy to find on moving day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving Tricks<\/strong><\/h2>\n